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Austria's capital on the Danube was for centuries the residence of the Habsburgs.
by Felix Gillen
Austria's capital on the Danube was for centuries the residence of the Habsburgs. Around St. Stephen's Cathedral are the Hofburg, State Opera and the Ringstrasse; to the west is Schönbrunn Palace, and in the Prater, the Giant Ferris Wheel spins. Coffeehouse culture and Heurige are part of UNESCO's intangible cultural heritage.
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The traditional coffee house downtown serves Viennese cuisine and pastries. Regular guests once included Sigmund Freud and Leo Trotsky.
The 1880 coffee house is just a few minutes' walk from Naschmarkt. The menu features homemade pastries and Viennese specialties, with regular live music and a summer garden.
The café in Hotel Sacher behind the State Opera is the place for the 'Original Sacher-Torte', which only the hotel may sell under this name. It is served classically with Schlagobers.
The confectionery, founded in 1888 in the city center, is known for its cakes, strudels, and small pastries. Here you can get the “Eduard-Sacher-Torte,” the Demel variant of the famous chocolate cake, without a layer of jam in the middle.
The restaurant on Wollzeile specializes in Tafelspitz and other classics of Viennese beef cuisine. For dinner, you should reserve; in summer, outdoor tables are available.
Opened in 1945, the coffee house near St. Stephen's Cathedral is run by the third generation of the same family. It is known for its Buchteln.
The traditional Viennese restaurant on Wollzeile, mere steps from St. Stephen's Cathedral, is world-renowned for its Schnitzel. It also features classics like Kaiserschmarrn.
The restaurant on Schubertring focuses on classic Viennese cuisine, with the veal Wiener Schnitzel taking centre stage. In the open show kitchen, you can see how it's pounded and optionally fried in lard, butter, or vegetable oil. Additionally, there's Tafelspitz and an extensive wine list.
Kaffeehaus, Heuriger and Music
Kaffeehaus and HeurigerViennese Kaffeehaus culture, Heuriger culture, and the Würstelstand are part of UNESCO’s intangible cultural heritage. In a Kaffeehaus, you can stay as long as you like, while at a Heuriger, winemakers on the city's outskirts pour their own wine. A Föhrenbuschen and the sign “Ausg’steckt” indicate that they are open.Imperial HeritageFor centuries, Vienna was the residence of the Habsburgs. The Hofburg houses the Imperial Apartments, Sisi Museum, and Imperial Treasury. In the west of the city is Schönbrunn Palace with its zoo, founded in 1752, the oldest still existing zoo in the world. The family has been buried in the Kapuzinergruft since 1617.Art and MusicGustav Klimt’s “The Kiss” hangs in the Upper Belvedere, and works by Egon Schiele and Klimt can be seen in the Leopold Museum in the MuseumsQuartier.The Kunsthistorisches Museum on Maria-Theresien-Platz is one of the world's most significant museums.The Staatsoper on the Ringstraße is the center of musical life, with the Opera Ball being one of the country's most famous social events.
Nightlife
Adolf Loos designed the tiny bar in Kärntner Durchgang in 1908. Mahogany, marble, and onyx, plus mirrors that make the approximately 27-square-meter space appear larger. The menu features classic cocktails.
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The club by the Augartenbrücke is right on the Danube Canal. The program features concerts and DJ nights, and in summer you can sit on the large terrace by the water.
The bar near Kärntner Straße dates back to the 1920s. Enjoy classic cocktails in the original leather seating; the atmosphere evokes a gentlemen's club.
The club is in the Volksgarten on the Ringstraße, next to the Hofburg. Entry is from 21 years.
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The club in the Stadtbahn arches on the Gürtel opened in 1998. On two floors, it mainly plays alternative music, plus concerts.
Exploring Vienna
From the Airport to the CityThe City Airport Train (CAT) travels non-stop to Wien Mitte in about 16 minutes, connecting to U3 and U4.The S-Bahn S7 is cheaper, reaching Wien Mitte in around 25 minutes. For the journey from the airport to the city limits, you need an additional ticket beyond your Wien-Ticket, even with a Vienna City Card.Public TransportU-Bahn, tram, and bus services from Wiener Linien cover the entire city. On weekends and public holidays, the U-Bahn runs continuously.A 24-hour city ticket costs €10.20; a flexible 7-day ticket is also available. Children up to six years old travel free.The Vienna City Card is available for 24, 48, or 72 hours. It includes free travel within the city and discounts, but no free admissions.A tram ride around the Ringstraße is an easy way to see the magnificent buildings.S-Bahn Main Line ConstructionFrom September 2026 until the end of October 2027, the S-Bahn between Praterstern and Hauptbahnhof will be closed. U-Bahn, tram, and bus services will be increased; plan a little more time and check your connection in the WienMobil app.
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